Public reports on Boer War actions and Roberts
A late night dispatch from Paardeberg dated February 22 reports British troops under General Roberts assaulting and maneuvering as Gen. Cragien’s forces resist. News notes expected signals of relief and possible starvation strategies amid evolving encirclement battles. casualty tallies and allied commentary reflect ongoing strains in the theater.
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Desperate Fighting At Mafeking Revealed In Detail
Telegram from London describes a December 26 sortie from Mafeking with Major Pangera leading seven pounders. British forces attacked, armored train advanced, Carnot Vernon signaling, and heavy losses reported. Casualties included dead and wounded. fortifications held, but debate on assault effectiveness persists. General Buller reports ongoing combat with heavy emphasis on costly actions and potential escape of enemy forces.
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CRONJE'S PLANS AND LONDON WAR VIEW
London rumor mill and war office reports center on Cronje’s movements as Boer forces resist, with speculation of surrenders and strategic feints. British artillery arrangements and reinforcements are described amid unclear captures, while sympathizers doubt a decisive retreat. Contained note hints Cronje aims to delay retreat until securing artillery and lines of supply.
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Agreement Made Pastoral Rates Restored
A formal accord restores pastoral rates to their prior levels while other terms remain unchanged. The agreement confirms the status quo for non rate aspects, with officials noting stability and continuity in operations.
Potters and White Agree to Cattle Rate Concessions
Kansas cattlemen and railroad managers concluded a lengthy conference with shared concessions on cattle rates. The agreement includes a new feed lot postponement basis and a separate in transit rate, while White questions fairness and vows court actions. The talks, led by Paul Morton, aim to align Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, and Chicago routes with reduced penalties for underweights, though impacts on most stockmen remain debated.
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Rival Montana Millionaires Face Off In Senate Inquiry
The four day Senate election investigation in Washington features Marcus Daly and Senator Clark attending as Attorney General Nolan testifies about pledges of immunity for bribery witnesses. John K. Toole, Daly ally, discusses mining ties and Daly's political plans while denying any Daly led effort to block Clark.
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Brilliant Washington Wedding of Lillian Pauncefote to Hon. Robert Bromley
The Washington wedding of Lillian Pauncefote daughter of the British ambassador to the United States to Hon. Robert Bromley of Stoke Hall Newark Nottinghamshire took place at St John’s church near the White House. The ceremony drew president and cabinet and diplomatic corps. guests included embassy attaches and notable society figures. The bride wore white satin with lace and pearls. 400 guests attended a reception at the British embassy before the couple left for Palm Beach and then England for presenting at court.
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House May Retreat On Tariff Bill Plan For Unity
Washington February 24 Republican leaders in the House discuss altering the Porto Rico tariff bill to win united party support. Several conferences consider a plan giving provident authority to set fiscal policy, with Mr Merlin of Michigan having introduced a similar measure. Payne of Ways and Means notes possible changes, while arrests were hinted. The mood among opponents of the bill grows hopeful for a compromise.
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Hancock Honored by Santa Fe Foremen at Copeland Hotel
A noon ceremony at the Copeland hotel saw Santa Fe shop foremen present retiring superintendent of machinery George A. Hancock with two Masonic emblems. John Hartley lauded his long service and polite conduct as Hancock prepares to move to St. Louis and the Saint Francisco line for a new role. The event featured Knight Templar and Myrtle Shrine tokens acknowledging his virtues and straightforwardness. A bank statement section follows detailing shifts in reserves and loans.
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Islands in Pacific dispute stir Philippine return debate
Washington reports claim Spain seeks to return islands, while the United States asserts ownership of Sibitu, Carvel, Bibitu and Cagayan Island. The War Department and Navy ready to defend holdings as treaties and geographic positions are debated. The issue centers on Mindoro, Sulu archipelago boundaries, and three mile coast limits.
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Shawnee County Faces Wolf Scalp Fraud Across Counties
Shawnee County Clerk Wright reports letters describing a wolf scalp fraud spreading to other counties. A Doniphan County clerk cites a scheme where men from Burnam and Birdih allegedly took money for scalps and disappeared after cashing checks, prompting calls to withhold bounty payments until the claimants are identified.
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Brewer's Statement on Gallinger Investigation
Washington Sept 24 The civil service commission releases a lengthy statement by Commissioner Mark Brewer designated to investigate charges against Senator Gallinger of unlawful canvass of federal office holders in New Hampshire in 1898. Brewer denies party bias, asserts the investigation was conducted impartially, and notes no witnesses were coerced or promises made to influence testimony.
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WIFE OF OOMPAUL AND OTHER BRIEF ITEMS
Telegraphed from Brussels to the Herald reports that Mrs. Marhumen wife of the president is in poor health and mourning many sons and daughters at war. Prof Bayer director of the Chibako Tawtitute of Pedweoky dies. Weather notes from Chicago predict fair tonight and Sunday with north winds. In Illinois a severe cold snap lowers temperatures by about forty degrees affecting wheat prospects.
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